Life Of Sorrow Lyrics - The Stanley Brothers

After traveling through this world of sorrow 

No one on earth to call my friend 

I'm on my way back to old Kentucky 

Where I met and loved but could not win 

I've always loved you, little darling 

My heart will always feel the same 

I could never do one thing to hurt you 

I'd rather die than bring you shame 

When that cold dark shroud is wrapped around me 

They lay my weary head to rest 

Will you stand around and gaze upon me? 

For I'm the one that loved you best 

When your golden hair is turned to silver 

The master calls your soul to heaven 

Where we can be free from all our troubles 

I'll meet you there at journey's end